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Clarkson Potter/Publishers
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[2023]
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English
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"Take the stress out of wedding planning with this easy-to-follow, 12-month, pocket-sized guide that covers all the ins and outs of modern weddings. From the writer behind The New York Times article "How to Plan a Wedding" comes a portable while comprehensive guide to planning your dream wedding and minimizing stress. Whether you're eloping at city hall or throwing a no-expense-spared reception for 300 guests, this month-by-month guide will help you...
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The fresh and insightful guide to etiquette in a digital world from the Emily Post Institute, Inc., the definitive standard-bearer of good manners For generations of Americans, the Emily Post Institute is the authoritative source on how to behave with confidence and tact. Manners in a Digital World is its up-to-the-minute, straight-talking guide that tackles how we should act when using a digital device or when online. As communication technologies...
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Miss Manners proclaims a text message to be an electronic equivalent of a Post-it note and about as "serious in nature as the hastily written note passed in class." Gone are the days when conversing with people meant being in the same room as them, and with those days went established etiquette of communication. Can one apologize with a text message? Offer condolences? Propose marriage? Use text messages as invitations?
Helpful, humorous, and...
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American society has it in for growing old. Common phrases such as "Never trust anyone over 30!" and accusations such as "You make me feel old!" imply living a long life is an embarrassment. Miss Manners suggests Americans re-examine their reasoning and leave misplaced vanity at the door. She responds with wit and wisdom to "Gentle Reader" queries and anecdotes revolving around the proper way to give and receive respect in this e-book original, On...
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Have you forgotten a person's name two minutes after being introduced? Have you wondered which fork to use or how to discreetly pay the check while attending an important business dinner? Have you insulted an international client by mistake and didn't realize it until it was too late? Making these types of errors can get in the way of getting ahead. However, these faux pas can be avoided by exercising a little bit of business etiquette.
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Make your special day perfect with an emphasis on etiquette
Your wedding day is one of the most important events in your life, but planning for it doesn't have to be nerve-wracking. This wedding planning book can help ensure your wedding is memorable, meaningful, and most importantly, stress-free. With a unique focus on empathy and mindfulness, this wedding planner offers savvy advice, inclusive considerations for all partners and guests, and interactive...
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Take the confusion and awkwardness out of tipping with this all-in-one guide-includes insider advice from waiters, hairdressers, and more.
What's the appropriate tip for service in a four-star restaurant? And, what if the service is less than stellar? Do you tip the maids at a hotel you've stayed in for a week? What if the hotel is in Japan?
The Itty Bitty Guide to Tipping clears up the confusion with straightforward guidance on who, how much, and...
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This groundbreaking book on etiquette for teens is specifically designed for today's digital age, covering not only traditional etiquette but also the essential art of netiquette. Discover how mastering etiquette and netiquette can boost your teen's self-confidence in unfamiliar social settings and bring numerous benefits, such as impressing future bosses, avoiding conflicts, and steering clear of unintentional faux pas.
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You're probably thinking - "Is there something wrong with what I said?"
That's you making a social faux pas. Remember, there is more to good manners than sipping your tea the right way. These specific sets of rules allow us to identify with each other and find common ground. They also allow us to ensure that we don't infringe on other people's space even though we may not be aware of doing it.
This unique book covers essential topics such as:
• Self-care...
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If you want to be the very best that you can be and earn the money and the respect that you deserve then you need to learn to thrive in the higher circles of power where affluence and great connections are to be found. In life and in business, at any level, knowledge of accepted Upper class etiquette will you far. It enables you to charm and influence others to get ahead, or it can simply give you an understanding of the manners and expectations of...
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What differentiates business people from business professionals?
Many individuals invest in their careers yet have no clue how to set themselves apart from their competition. Business Etiquette: 101 Ways to Conduct Business With Charm & Savvy reveals both the unwritten and unspoken rules of success. It gives new hires and seasoned professionals alike those rather effortless strategies for climbing that slippery ladder of success.
You'll learn...
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Gain the knowledge you need to maneuver any dining situation - from a casual meal of fried chicken at mom's house to a seven-course dinner at the finest restaurant in the world.
A Gentleman at the Table will give any man the knowledge he needs to maneuver any dining situation - from a casual meal of fried chicken at his mom's house to a seven-course dinner at the finest restaurant in the world. It includes. . .
• How to set a table
• How to pronounce...
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Embark on a hilarious journey through job interviews with "The Job Ninja's Guide to Interview Success." Whether you're a fresh graduate or a seasoned pro, this golden ticket to interview success transforms jitters into salsa dances and awkward silences into introspective moments. Learn the art of acing interviews with humor, wisdom, and a touch of irreverence. Bid farewell to "Job Search Island" and shine on your interview stage brighter than a disco...
14) Online Busines
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Learn how to earn a lot of money online without leaving your home, in this book we teach you how to achieve financial freedom by step.
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The toddler years are full of growth and smiles-but also tantrums. Toddlers don't yet have the words to express strong feelings, and they're still learning social skills. This bilingual English-Spanish board book read-along helps little ones understand why it's better to use an indoor voice and how to calm down and ask for help. Includes tips for parents and caregivers.
17) Manners Matter
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The essence of this book is its simplicity.
It treats a wide range of profound and lasting values in the words of a child.
This work is a wonderful resource for parents and grandparents in embedding a set of universally recognised values in our young generation.
Classroom teachers will welcome this publication as an opportunity to discuss so many relevant topics with their students.
The values which are highlighted in this publication are free...
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Ensuring Civility Online: Professional Etiquette in the Virtual Workplace provides a practical approach with clear guidelines for managing behavior in a virtual environment.
In a world of increasing self-expression and self-promotion, the practice of etiquette seems absent in many everyday encounters, Additionally, the constant connectivity offered by technology has led to a decline in interpersonal communication skills including empathy, civility,...
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Español
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English-Spanish bilingual read-along teaches young children simple manners and kind behavior. When children are kind, courteous, and respectful, people enjoy being around them and reciprocate with the same behavior. Use this English-Spanish bilingual book to teach manners and help young children understand the importance of showing politeness, speaking kindly, using basic courtesies ("please," "thank you," "excuse me"), and respecting the feelings...
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The witty and eloquent Mr. Boddington offers dos and don'ts for polite society in this comprehensive and thoroughly amusing guide that provides modern advice with a traditional perspective. Covering everything from weddings to gift-giving moments, social events, hosting guests, and so much more, Mr. Boddington shares the basic etiquette one needs to know and presents it all in his signature style. Filled with charming illustrations from the beloved...
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